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| Digital Motion X-Ray is the best diagnostic imaging tool
to objectively demonstrate ligament instability, soft tissue injuries
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| Digital Motion X-Ray (DMX) is a unique imaging system, which enables the treating doctor to visualize the internal and external movements of the body or biomechanics simultaneously. The MX shows normal & abnormal joint motion, fractures, ligament damage. It aids in the evaluation of Musculoskeletal disorders and a number of Orthopedic and Neuro-surgical procedures. Digital Motion X-ray is simply a new type of fluoro-based x-ray system, coupled with new digital and optic technology, allowing clinicians to view a more clearly defined spine in real-time motion. The procedure is performed with the patient standing and actively moving in a weight-bearing position within the system. The DMX examination consists of the technologist having the patient move through a series of defined positional movements, while the fluoroscopic image is recorded on a DVD at 30 frames per second. The exam can be played back in real-time, slow motion or freeze frame, but it is the motion aspect of the examination which shows the extent of the patient's injuries. The areas most frequently studied are the cervical spine, facet joints, and the temporomandibular joints. Extremities such as, shoulders, elbow, wrist, knee and ankle joints, prosthesis and implants are also easily visualized using MX. DMX studies help prove medical necessity of treatment, provide evidence of injury, determine appropriate treatment plan and establish extent of impairment. |
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